Does Regularly Changing the Air Filter Increase Your AC’s Longevity?
Summer is in full swing in Urbana. With the temperature rising every day, it’s important that your air conditioner can perform flawlessly so that you don’t end up miserable in your own home. An essential part of maintaining the performance of your air conditioner is regularly changing the air filter. Beyond making sure that your air conditioner can keep your home comfortable, consistent air filter changes can help increase the lifespan of your air conditioner. Here are a few insights on this critical topic from your friends at Dogtown Heating, Air & Plumbing.
Less Run Time
When your air filter is clean, your air conditioner will be able to take in more air during its cooling cycles. This allows the system to cool and dehumidify more air and send it to the rest of your home. Ultimately, this means that your home will reach the correct temperature more quickly, preventing unnecessarily long operating cycles that could shorten the life of your system.
Less Workload
Keeping a clogged air filter in place will increase the stress on your air conditioner while it’s running. Your air conditioner is designed to function with a specific volume of air flowing through it. If it’s not receiving that volume of air, it can put extra strain on the blower fan and cause excess pressure to build up in the air exchanger. Plus, a lack of airflow can cause other unnecessary problems that could shorten the life of your system. That’s why Dogtown Heating, Air & Plumbing recommends checking your air filter once a month.
Keeping You Comfortable All Summer Long
At Dogtown Heating, Air & Plumbing, the comfort of our customers is always our first priority. We take pride in offering air conditioner maintenance, furnace repair, drain cleaning, water heater installation, commercial HVAC services, and much more. We’ve been serving our customers with integrity since our first day in business, and that’s why we consistently receive five-star reviews. To learn more about great ways to take care of your air conditioner, contact us at Dogtown Heating, Air & Plumbing today.
